Our Local Chapter
2017-2018 Vision Statement
We Transform Ourselves and Rise to New Heights
Taking flight in ABWA, we transform ourselves and rise to new heights through personal and professional growth. We celebrate our victories and bless our defeats leaving our old selves behind providing a path of inspiration and transformation… finding the “Wonder Woman” in ALL of us.
ABWA Mission Statement
Bringing Together Businesswomen of Diverse Occupations
The mission of ABWA is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.
How to Get Invloved
Monthly Chapter Meetings
Monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn (Banquet Room), 3839 Don Emerson Dr, Lakeland FL 33811. Cost is $20 for members who RSVP by noon the Friday preceding the meeting; cost is $25 for members who do not submit their RSVP by noon the Friday preceding the meeting. Guests are $30. Please note that if you reserve a seating, you are responsible for payment even if you do not attend. You may assign a guest to attend in your place; guest please notify us on check-in.
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Networking Luncheon
The networking luncheon is normally the 4th Wednesday of each month, 2 weeks following our monthly chapter meeting at a local restaurant or business. Attendees get to promote their business with their 30 second commercial or other networking exercise – it’s a wonderful way to meet your fellow ABWA sisters and learn about their business as well as advertise yours! Silver and above sponsors get to host the networking luncheons and promote their businesses with a 20 minute presentation. Contact Sponsorship Chair with questions or to schedule your Networking Luncheon.
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Professional Development
Part of the ABWA mission is to provide professional development opportunities for our members. Our Professional Development events, which are usually low or no charge to our members, occur approximately every quarter and feature speakers and activities designed to meet the needs of our members. These events can be anything from Using Social Media in Your Business, to Learning Public Speaking, to Transforming Your Professional Wardrobe! Click below to learn about our upcoming Professional Development events!
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New Member Luncheon
If you’re a new member, come to our quarterly orientation luncheon. Get to know your fellow ABWA Sisters, Learn about our chapter and advertise your business. Lunch is included!
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Leadership Symposium
Our 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium provides a platform for women to learn and share the topic of Inspiration to Transformation, rise to new heights and embrace their transformation to become better leaders. Admission includes a light breakfast, lunch and an opportunity to interact with our speakers through discussions and breakout sessions.
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Chapter Award Winners
Top 10 Business Women Nominees
The Top 10 Business Nominee is a current or past officer who has achieved career goals, served her community and engaged in continuing education. Nominees compete for the national title “Top Ten Business Woman” and are announced at the annual national conference.
2016 – Susan Chandler
2016 – Susan Chandler
2015 – Mary Stephenson
2014 – Maria Martinez
2013 – Kim Andreadis
2012 – Gina Berry
2011 – Jeanette Wallace
2010 – Susan Musser
2009 – Christine Boring
2007 – Lesley Corban
Woman of the Year Award Recipients
Woman of the Year is an award for a member who is well rounded and participates in the activities of the chapter as well as a role model for ABWA members.
2016 – Mary Stephenson
2016 – Mary Stephenson
2015 – Maria Martinez
2014 – Jessica Minter
2013 – Gina Berry
2012 – Jeanette Wallace
2011 – Marnet Waters
2010 – Jennifer Bush
2009 – Debbie Rydberg
2008 – Kim Andreadis
2007 – Susan Musser
2006 – Lesley Corban
2005 – Teresa Sample
2004 – Carol Hall
2003 – Julia DiSpada
2003 – Bea Kilgore (Liberty Chapter)
2002 – Kim Aldridge
2001 – Cindy Ortmann
2000 – Sharon Munson
1999 – Joanne Saxion
1998 – Lisa Lott
1997 Shirley Whitney
1998 – Pat Phipps (Florida Gold Chapter)
Protege Award Recipients
The Protege Award is for members completing their first or second year of membership who have recruited at least one new member and have made a significant contribution to the chapter.
2016 – Trina Kingery
2016 – Trina Kingery
2015 – Joni Tyler, Jennifer Daniell, Lynn Browning
2014 – Kimberly Chappell
2013 – Kristin Burton
2012 – Maria Martinez, Edna Williams, Jessica Gutowski
2011 – Marion Foucher and Jessica Minter
2010 – Gilit Kontny and Monica Young
2009 – Jeanette Wallace and Gina Berry
2008 – Marnet Waters and Karen Rudolph
2007 – Debbie Barbee
2006 – Christina Moore
Member of the Year
2016 – Stego Blue
2014 – Jason Venning
Woman of Excellence
2016 – Maria Martinez
He Rocks Award
2014 – Jonathan Crain
Recruiting Awards
Inner Circle Award (22 recruits): Jeanette Wallace, Kim Andreadis, Maria Martinez
Inner Circle Award (11 recruits): Susan Musser, Christine Boring, Kim Andreadis, Debbie Rydberg, Jeanette Wallace, Gina Berry
Circle Pin Award (6 recruits): Jeanette Wallace, Karen Rudolph, Marnet Waters, Mary Stephenson
Meetings
General Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at the Imperial Swan Hotel, 4141 S. Florida Avenue, Lakeland 33813, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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